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Creamy Broccoli Salad (Ready in 15 Minutes!)

A quick and crunchy creamy broccoli salad with bacon, cheddar, and sunflower seeds tossed in a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 5 cups broccoli florets
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 0.25 cup red onion diced
  • 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add broccoli and toss to coat.
  3. Fold in cheese, bacon, onion, and sunflower seeds.
  4. Chill 30 minutes before serving if possible.

Notes

For best texture, add sunflower seeds just before serving if making ahead.